*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. **D.R. Horton, Inc.**is currently looking for a*_Litigation Attorney_*. The right candidate will support the company’s business objectives, defend and pursue its legal interests. Pursue alternative resolution methods using arbitration or mediation. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Manage litigation matters, including oversight and collaboration with outside counsel * Perform initial Case Investigation and Assessment * Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents, respond to discovery requests, and prepare for hearings, trials, and arbitrations * Advise internal stakeholders and senior management on legal risks associated with business activities and proposed courses of action * Work collaboratively with other members of the legal team, as well as cross-functional teams across the organization, to achieve strategic objectives, manage legal risks effectively, and effect resolution among all parties * Locate and take preliminary statements from witnesses, reviewing documents, client interviews and investigation of relevant events leading up to the dispute * In an attempt to eliminate the risk and cost of going to trial, engage in pre-litigation settlement discussions to resolve the conflict before going to court * Draft Pre-trial motions to strike or dismiss evidence or to change the venue or location of the trial * Participate in the Case Management Conferences to ensure both parties fully understand all issues and provide a timetable for the events leading up to the trial and the trial itself. Present a disclosure report detailing relevant documents * Participate in Pre-Trial Review to ensure both parties have complied with the previously agreed timetable and confirm the trial date * Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits required to maintain licensure * Maintain current knowledge of legal developments, trends, and best practices relevant to the organization’s business * Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company * Ability to travel overnight *Supervisory Responsibilities* * May have supervisory responsibilities **Education and/or Experience** * Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and current license to practice law is required * Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience practicing law * Ability to negotiate and litigate cases effectively * Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective representation and the ability to provide clear and concise business-focused legal advice * Proficiency in legal drafting for the preparation of contracts, pleadings, and briefs * Attention to detail and strong analytical skills for case analysis * Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team of attorneys * Ability to multitask, work independently and carry out important projects with limited oversight * Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and a desire for learning new areas of law and regulation in a variety of jurisdictions * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications * Proficiency with MS Office and email * Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision * The noise level is generally moderate **Preferred Qualifications** * First Chair trial experience * Experience handling mediations and arbitrations * Construction Law experience * Handled at least one jury trial * Handled an active litigation docket Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: * Medical, Dental and Vision * 401(K) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Flex Spending Accounts * Life & Disability Insurance * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays * Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits */*Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.** */**/*#WeBuildPeopleToo*/* **Job:** **Legal* **Organization:** **Corporate* **Title:** *Litigation Attorney* **Location:** *TX-Arlington* **Requisition ID:** *2600552*